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Forum: Recumbent
01-04-23, 04:29 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,890
Posted By macbobster

I enjoy the beautiful scenery and fresh air of...

I enjoy the beautiful scenery and fresh air of Humboldt County. The most under rated thing about 'bents for me is I can ride 10 to 40 miles and when I'm done nothing hurts!
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Forum: Recumbent
12-27-21, 08:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,480
Posted By macbobster

Continental Ride Tour

The Continental Ride Tour is available in 16",20" and 26". Also the Contact Urban if you can find them come in those sizes as well. Really like the Ride Tour tires on the old Haluzak. I have a 20" on...
Forum: Recumbent
12-26-21, 10:00 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 27,110
Posted By macbobster

Holy bottom bracket! I read the whole thread and...

Holy bottom bracket! I read the whole thread and I think Steamers post says it best. If your not having fun why bother? I own three really great 'wedgie' bikes and one fine recumbent. I mostly ride...
Forum: Recumbent
12-26-21, 08:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,085
Posted By macbobster

I would be the one that needs practice, "lots of...

I would be the one that needs practice, "lots of it". Although I have yet to damage my front wheel I've had a bit of practice low speed crashing my Haluzak Horizon. Never really thought about...
12-22-21, 08:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,808
Posted By macbobster

Thanks John! This thread was useful as I just...

Thanks John! This thread was useful as I just scored a set of SL-BS77's from Jenson for $90. FWIW they came in a Dura Ace box :foo:. Looking forward to 9 speeding the old Haluzak Horizon, the motor...
12-22-21, 06:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,808
Posted By macbobster

Just bought some of these from Jenson, Shimano...

Just bought some of these from Jenson, Shimano instruction sheet says, "this shifting lever cannot be used with any rear derailleur other than the Dura Ace". I will soon be attempting to prove this...
03-18-20, 01:25 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 52,930
Posted By macbobster

I suppose you are correct if you live near the...

I suppose you are correct if you live near the ocean and store outdoors, LOL. I have a '79 UO10 frame in fine shape, It's bare metal now ready for paint and has been sitting for over a year now...
03-17-20, 09:18 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 52,930
Posted By macbobster

If you still have it I'll take it! :) Cheers,...

If you still have it I'll take it! :)
Cheers, MAC
01-03-20, 11:29 AM
Replies: 646
Views: 232,408
Posted By macbobster

The Italians might have something to say about...

The Italians might have something to say about that, LOL. :)
01-01-20, 08:07 PM
Replies: 646
Views: 232,408
Posted By macbobster

Thanks for the encouragement! I'm re-working my...

Thanks for the encouragement! I'm re-working my '91 Cannondale ST600 for the job. Of interest is the 3 X 7 BioPace / Hyperglide tranny. I'll post some pics soon. :)

God bless you all,
MAC
12-31-19, 11:14 AM
Replies: 646
Views: 232,408
Posted By macbobster

I'm gearing up for my first 200K Brevet. My main...

I'm gearing up for my first 200K Brevet. My main priority is having fun, Lord willing! :)
12-28-19, 10:31 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,592
Posted By macbobster

Well I don't see it either! It was there but now...

Well I don't see it either! It was there but now it's gone. At the advice from forum members I removed it to see if I had squished the seat stays. These old Cans are tough, not even a scratch but I...
11-13-19, 02:52 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 8,253
Posted By macbobster

Well, because of this goofy post I learned what...

Well, because of this goofy post I learned what Mangalloy is. :)

Cheers, MAC
11-12-19, 07:56 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,592
Posted By macbobster

Like this:...

Like this: https://upstandingbicycle.com/shop/the-upstand/ (https://upstandingbicycle.com/shop/the-upstand/)
11-12-19, 06:11 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,592
Posted By macbobster

Thank you kindly. I didn't come right out and say...

Thank you kindly. I didn't come right out and say it, but bending over does have drawbacks (more than one)! :)
11-12-19, 05:35 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,592
Posted By macbobster

Yeh, I know. It kinda goes good with my dork disc...

Yeh, I know. It kinda goes good with my dork disc and stem shifters though. :)
11-12-19, 05:13 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,592
Posted By macbobster

Thanks for the kind words! I got started with...

Thanks for the kind words! I got started with swept back bars when I heard about a test. So you stand with your arms hanging loosely at your sides. Then you lean forward a bit, to where you like to...
11-12-19, 03:41 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,592
Posted By macbobster

Oh now you've got me thinking? Maybe I can come...

Oh now you've got me thinking? Maybe I can come up with some sort of plate/shim thingie to spred the load, or alt mount. Something cool looking though.
11-12-19, 03:31 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,592
Posted By macbobster

That handlebar setup is not for everybody, but it...

That handlebar setup is not for everybody, but it has given new life to my cycling. I still have some forward lean (I don't do bolt upright) and I move forward to the hooks for climbing, gettin' aero...
11-12-19, 03:19 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,592
Posted By macbobster

Funny you should mention that. I have seen steel...

Funny you should mention that. I have seen steel frames dented from kickstand over-tightening. And this Greenfield Pletscher was actually slightly bent at the mounting flange. I put some Gorilla tape...
11-12-19, 03:06 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,592
Posted By macbobster

A friend is giving me an old Schwinn. Not sure if...

A friend is giving me an old Schwinn. Not sure if it is a Varsity or Conti, or maybe better? Was gonna take a hack saw to the kickstand and probably never forgive myself.
11-12-19, 02:38 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,592
Posted By macbobster

Well it's only a 130mm. Needed for the Rivendell...

Well it's only a 130mm. Needed for the Rivendell Choco bars which have major sweep. The ride is super, the steering is so nice. It's a full on touring bike, if you...
11-12-19, 02:28 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,592
Posted By macbobster

"My advice would be to leave that stuff on while...

"My advice would be to leave that stuff on while you're touring, especially the rack."



Yes agreed, I should have said "century tours". TUC and Ride the Rim are my favorites.
11-12-19, 02:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,592
Posted By macbobster

Kickstands

If you have a kickstand on your bike you're NOT cool, so they say. I put one on and I'm feeling OK. When we ride the centuries I'll take off the rack, fenders and kickstand (about 2 pounds). Then...
Forum: Touring
10-17-19, 08:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,821
Posted By macbobster

The Chocos take a bit of time to get used to,...

The Chocos take a bit of time to get used to, about 5 minutes. They offer a lot of positions and options for grips/tape/shifters ect. The stem length and rise is the key to fitting them for your...
Forum: Touring
10-14-19, 10:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,821
Posted By macbobster

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20190831_185747_6bf32bc0d10ab1cb9e7405a753e5f23697ba291a.jpg


These are some generic $30 bars from my LBS. Similar to the Choco...
Forum: Touring
10-12-19, 08:26 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

For me I might take cutters for a long extended...

For me I might take cutters for a long extended tour in remote areas. If I did I would take my mini cutters and drill them out. Get them down to maybe 40g. I must tinker or die. :)

Best regards,...
Forum: Touring
10-11-19, 07:11 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

Mini Cable Cutters: ...

Mini Cable Cutters:
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_5590_914bdf3a73b8e03d6a01c9b1374d36f29b92ae93.jpg
Forum: Touring
10-11-19, 06:31 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

Here is a pic of my sons '89 SM500 Cannondale....

Here is a pic of my sons '89 SM500 Cannondale. Now that is the mother of all chainstay dents. I have '86, '88, '89 and '91 Cannondales and the oversize chainstays are not tapered at all. Pretty sure...
Forum: Touring
10-11-19, 02:55 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

Good eye mate! These early Cannondales are you...

Good eye mate! These early Cannondales are you might say crude but effective. My '91 ST600 is more or less first gen and this is where it all started with them, Touring bikes! That 'dent' is one of...
Forum: Touring
10-11-19, 10:06 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

You are right on! I actually have a pair of...

You are right on! I actually have a pair of SunTour cutters I have had forever, am I dating myself? They are not as sharp as they used to be and the crimper is a bit awkward to use but they still...
10-11-19, 09:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 15,753
Posted By macbobster

I guess I'm resurrecting another old thread. I...

I guess I'm resurrecting another old thread. I have been using Shimano Ultegra housing full length on rear rim brakes. Soon to be trying some 'Ripcord' and will report on results. The Shimano housing...
Forum: Touring
10-10-19, 07:47 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

Thanks for the tip seeker. Seems as though...

Thanks for the tip seeker. Seems as though 'Ripcord' is out of production but I found a DYI kit on eBay for a good price. This will be perfect retro for my antique trail bike. Got hold of some other...
Forum: Touring
10-10-19, 05:51 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

Well now I'm worried, my favorite big time...

Well now I'm worried, my favorite big time descent is blacked out for cell phone coverage so they may have to call in the coast guard for an air rescue. Found some JagWire Ripcord, might as well...
Forum: Touring
10-10-19, 12:39 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

Alrighty then, I've got some Deore Vees, Kool...

Alrighty then, I've got some Deore Vees, Kool Stop pads and compressionless brake housing on the way. By this time next week I can report on the results. If you never hear from me again I was...
Forum: Touring
10-10-19, 09:48 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

Got it! This is exactly what I was thinking....

Got it! This is exactly what I was thinking. Maybe I was reading that some brake cable housing was better / stiffer than others? Lately I have been using Shimano housing as I get killer deals from...
Forum: Touring
10-09-19, 07:36 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

As you all see I'm the 'newbie' here, thanks...

As you all see I'm the 'newbie' here, thanks again for all this good info. Couldn't find it but did someone mention using derailleur housing instead of brake housing? Would that be kosher? I thought...
Forum: Touring
10-08-19, 04:55 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

Thank all you guys for the tips and tricks. I...

Thank all you guys for the tips and tricks. I have always stayed away from V brakes. I never thought they looked stupid though, just kind of goofy. Any way I have heard of Avid V's being good, my...
Forum: Touring
10-08-19, 02:18 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

Yes! I actually ordered some Tektro levers that...

Yes! I actually ordered some Tektro levers that have dual leverage, as the U brake takes the short pull. I've run into this before when putting a caliper on the front and Vee on the back of a BMX...
Forum: Touring
10-07-19, 08:28 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

Hey stardognine, my '88 Can SM500 has the darn U...

Hey stardognine, my '88 Can SM500 has the darn U Brake on the back too! I thought Cannondale was the only one with that silliness. I'm putting Kool Stop pads (salmon) on the new Deore Vees and that...
Forum: Touring
10-07-19, 10:57 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 27,487
Posted By macbobster

Wow is this an old thread! I just have to say I...

Wow is this an old thread! I just have to say I have no problem looking stupid if my bike stops better. I am going to try some Deore 530 Vees on the front of my '88 Cannondale SM because @ 65 years...
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